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Role: VAT Assistant Manager
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA Office Based
Contract: 12 months Fixed Term
Salary: £47,025 - £57,475
Company: EG Group
About the Role
We have an exciting new opportunity for a VAT Assistant Manager to join our Tax team at EG Group. As the business continues to expand and grow, so does the requirement for additional tax submissions across all territories. The VAT team in Blackburn currently prepares, reviews and submits VAT returns in 7 jurisdictions, as well as other statistical submissions such as Intrastat and EC Sales Lists.
Reporting directly to the VAT Director, you will be responsible for preparing and submitting VAT returns and ECSLs for specific territories. This will involve working with the country finance teams to improve processes and accuracy of data. This role will also include working closely with the VAT Managers and Director to provide ad-hoc support on other non-compliance Indirect Tax matters.
This role doesnt require formal tax qualifications, but a solid understanding of VAT, VAT compliance, and strong Excel skills are essential. SAP knowledge and experience in process improvement or complex data analysis are also beneficial. Youll gain broad tax experience in an international, dynamic environment, with opportunities to deepen your tax expertise.
If youre excited about the opportunity to advance your VAT career and make an impact within a growing team at EG Group, apply now!
Duties & Responsibilities
Prepare and submit VAT returns, EC Sales Lists and Intrastat returns
Conduct thorough reconciliations of VAT-related accounts and transactions, identifying discrepancies and ensuring all figures are accurate and aligned with financial records.
Cultivate strong relationships with key finance personnel across the business to facilitate effective communication and collaboration, enhancing the overall efficiency of VAT processes.
Partner with finance teams to analyse existing processes and implement improvements that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in VAT reporting and submissions.
Provide support during VAT audits by preparing necessary documentation, responding to queries from auditors, and ensuring that all relevant information is readily available for review.
This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time
Candidate Requirements
Experience in preparing and submitting VAT returns
Tax technical qualifications, working knowledge of SAP and VAT reporting tools - Desirable
VAT technical knowledge
Intermediate/advanced Excel skills
Strong communication skills
Ability to adapt and respond to changing priorities
Accuracy and attention to detail
Benefits & Rewards
Performance Based Bonus Scheme
Employee Life Assurance
EG Group Discounts - up to 15% off at our stores and food to go restaurants
ASDA Discount Card 10% off all ASDA stores
EG Cares Benefits - exclusive discounts across 900 retailers
Smart Health 24/7 online GP access, health checks and health and wellbeing support
Employee Assistance Programme access to our Wellbeing Centre which offers emotional & practical support including free financial advice
Learning & Development access to our Learning Hub, the most extensive online course library in the world to support you with every step of your career at EG Group
Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
Free Secure Car Parking
Dress Down Fridays
Flexi-Time
Prayer and Ablution Facilities
Shower Facilities
Sit / Stand Desk Facilities
Work Anniversary Rewards
Free Eye Test
Who are EG Group?
EG Group is one of the worlds leading independent convenience retailers with an extensive network of sites across international markets in the United Kingdom & Ireland, Continental Europe, Australia and the United States of America.
Founded in 2001 by the Issa family with the acquisition of a single site in the UK, today the company is at the forefront of delivering an innovative approach to forecourt convenience retail.
At EG Group, we pride ourselves on being recognised for our investment model, trading performance and more importantly, providing a best-in-class customer experience in Grocery & Merchandise, Foodservice and Fuel.
Our transformational convenience retail business model has been built upon excellent relationships with an extensive portfolio of leading retail brands, and through strategic network acquisitions supported by a program of new-to-industry developments.
Every day, our committed workforce tirelessly delivers our products and services to millions of customers alongside supporting the local communities in which we operate.
Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group.
